1966 Citroen DS vs. 1989 Volkswagen Corrado
To start off, 1989 Volkswagen Corrado is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Citroen DS would be higher. At 2,175 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Volkswagen Corrado (134 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1966 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Volkswagen Corrado should accelerate faster than 1966 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Citroen DS weights approximately 360 kg more than 1989 Volkswagen Corrado.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1966 Citroen DS (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Volkswagen Corrado. (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1966 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Volkswagen Corrado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Citroen DS | 1989 Volkswagen Corrado | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | DS | Corrado |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2175 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2480 mm |
